The Music & Stories of 19th Century African-Americans & Abolitionists

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Danbury Library
Story Corner

Event Details

You’re invited to be a part of history through storytelling and song with musicians Alika Hope and Ray Morant. They incorporate African- American spirituals, with live guitar music, utilizing historical accounts of successful African-Americans in New England, and primary source readings by New England-based abolitionists to teach about slavery in 19th century America. Their stories and songs include people like Prudence Crandall, William Lloyd Garrison, John Brown, George Lewis Ruffin, and Mary Eliza Mahoney. For students in grade 4-adult. Come and enjoy this entertaining and educational show! Free. Registration required - call 203-797-4527.
Event Type(s): Children and Families
Age Group(s): Family

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